symbiotic UK /ˌsɪm.baɪˈɒt.ɪk/US /ˌsɪm.baɪˈɑt.ɪk/adjective 2noun 1forms 1 adjective2 •Of, or relating to symbiosis; living together.A lichen is a fungus with symbiotic algae among its cells. •Of a relationship with mutual benefit between two individuals, organisms, or groups. noun1 •A symbiotic star. formssymbiotics